Episode 136 - SABRES SEASON PREVIEW (25-26' Edition)

In this episode, Jonah & JP talk about the Sabres getting over .500 for the first time in almost a year. They discuss the playoff race, the goaltending situation, Owen Power, the Alex Tuch contract, and so much more!(0:00) Intro(0:32) World Series Talk(7:33) Sabres are above .500(20:16) Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen & the goalies(48:06) Michael Kesselring Debut // Defense Group(1:02:20) Is the offense legit?(1:15:13) The Owen Power Hate(1:36:16) How to fix the Power Play(1:46:30) Current lineup thoughts (2:02:30) Christian calls in!(2:08:03) Alex Tuch to receive $11.5 million AAV?(2:29:57) Weekly Preview(2:48:18) Best comments of the week(2:54:15) Stretching the runtime to 3 hours(3:02:25) Closing 

In this episode, the guys break down a pretty successful week for the Sabres. They touch on the current good vibes, the goaltending situation, their chances in the playoffs race, and more!(0:00) Intro(0:48) The Sabres’ vibes are high(26:03) The Goaltending Situation(46:20) What do you do when Josh Norris is back?(56:55) Playoff Race Outlook(1:01:41) Christian’s Cafeteria(1:10:36) Sabres still in on Chinakhov(1:13:43) 2005-06 Sabres Night Announced(1:20:18) Mogilny not attending HOF Induction(1:21:24) Weekly Preview(1:35:05) Closing

In this episode, the guys discuss a big bounce back week for the Sabres. They talk Josh Doan, Zach Benson, Alex Lyon, Alex Tuch's contract, and even the Big Parm Thompson!(0:00) Intro(0:48) Welcome back, Christian(2:35) Is the season saved?(25:10) Josh Doan(34:50) Zach Benson(43:55) Saturday felt familiar(49:56) Alex Lyon(1:05:27) Alex Tuch Contract Debate(1:20:44) Big Parm Thompson Review(1:34:30) Weekly Preview(1:46:46) Marchand/Dahlin(1:48:32) Malenstyn on IR?(1:52:32) Closing

Jonah & JP discuss the Sabres’ nightmarish 0-2 start to the season.(0:00) Intro(0:47) The season is over(23:34) Josh Norris & other injuries(51:20) Power play(1:06:06) What happens if this spirals?(1:22:33) Goal Song Choice(1:24:52) Home Opener(1:28:17) Weekly Preview(1:42:52) Final ThoughtsThe Sabre Report Podcast is presented by: William Mattar

In this episode, the guys preview the Buffalo Sabres’ season.(0:00) Intro(0:17) It’s Hockey Season(3:05) Preseason Wrap-Up(15:27) Opening Night Roster(18:40) Goaltending (30:40) Defense(45:34) Forwards(1:06:37) Coaching(1:10:56) Sabres Hot Takes(1:24:24) Do they break the drought?(1:31:39) NHL Hot Takes(1:35:04) Weekly Preview(1:44:20) Closing

In this episode, Jonah talks with Rochester Americans color analyst, play-by-play commentator, and multi-media journalist Andrew Mossbrooks about the Amerks' upcoming 2025-26 season!They discuss last season, Michael Leone's success as head coach, who's primed for a big season, Don Steven's final season, and so much more!(0:00) Intro(0:17) Welcome to the show, Andrew Mossbrooks(2:10) Andrew’s background in broadcasting(8:15) It’s a busy time of year(11:49) Recapping the 2024-25 season(19:35) Michael Leone(24:53) Who will step into leadership roles this season?(33:38) Konsta Helenius(38:25) Noah Ostlund(47:02) Isak Rosen(52:25) Devon Levi(1:03:39) Underrated storylines heading into the season(1:08:21) Don Stevens(1:22:35) 2025-26 Season Predictions

In this week's installment, the guys pit the Buffalo Sabres up against the Toronto Maple Leafs.(0:00) Intro(0:17) Opening Thoughts(6:25) Adds/Losses(10:01) Key Storylines(13:47) Lineup Comparison(24:00) Closing Thoughts

In this episode, the guys discuss the Sabres’ four preseason games, and all the storylines coming out of them.(0:00) Intro(0:17) Four Preseason Games down(5:40) Josh Norris // Top Line(10:33) Mattias Samuelsson(27:00) Josh Doan(31:38) Power Play(34:25) Konsta Helenius(45:36) Radim Mrtka(56:00) 7th Defenseman Situation(1:00:23) Goaltending(1:05:24) Alex Tuch Negotiations Update(1:18:30) Arena Lease(1:22:33) Red Sox vs Yankees(1:29:03) Closing

Jonah puts together his Buffalo Sabres Prospect Pyramid ahead of the 2025-26 NHL season!(0:00) Intro(2:20) Prospect Pyramid Guide(5:57) Tier 1(6:29) Tier 2(20:12) Tier 3(36:15) Tier 4(45:45) Tier 5(46:05) Recap

In this week’s installment, the guys put the Buffalo Sabres up against the Tampa Bay Lightning heading into the 2025-26 season.(0:00) Intro(0:17) Opening Thoughts(9:47) Tampa’s Key Adds/Losses(14:27) Key Storylines(21:29) Comparing Lineups(30:48) Closing Thoughts